Director of Care

Our client is seeking a Director of Care opportunity for the seniors’ care space. This role will be based full-time, on-site (5 days/week) in Toronto.

The position sits within a highly respected, nurse‑led dementia care provider known for delivering specialized, person‑centred care. The successful candidate will play a foundational role in launching a brand‑new, purpose‑built 65‑suite dementia care community in a prime, downtown‑adjacent Toronto location. This is a true ground‑up opportunity for a clinical leader to design, build, and lead a care program from inception.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing delivery of a dementia‑focused, person‑centred care model
• Build the clinical program from the ground up, including policies, procedures, and care standards
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop the full care team (RNs, RPNs, PSWs, and support staff)
• Provide hands‑on clinical leadership, including resident assessments, care planning, and oversight of complex care needs
• Oversee medication management, clinical documentation, and adherence to nursing standards and best practices
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including the Retirement Homes Act, RHRA standards, and CNO requirements
• Establish and maintain high standards of care quality, safety, and infection prevention and control (IPAC)
• Partner with physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals to deliver integrated care
• Lead staff education, coaching, and performance management to build a high‑performing clinical team
• Support occupancy and admissions through clinical assessments, family engagement, and tours
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Director on operational alignment, risk management, and overall community performance

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Minimum 3+ years of nursing leadership experience in seniors’ care, long‑term care, or memory care environments
• Deep expertise in dementia care, with strong clinical judgment and understanding of complex care needs
• Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and scale clinical teams
• Strong knowledge of nursing practices, medication management, and clinical documentation standards
• Familiarity with Ontario’s regulatory framework for retirement homes and compliance requirements
• Hands‑on leadership style, with the ability to operate across both clinical and operational responsibilities
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting new community openings, lease‑up, or program build‑outs
• Experience developing clinical education programs and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Exposure to interdisciplinary care models and mission‑driven care environments